1961 Renault 4 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Renault 4 would be higher. At 1,200 cc (3 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Polo (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1961 Renault 4. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1961 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 592 kg more than 1961 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Volkswagen Polo (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Renault 4. (51 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Renault 4 | 2010 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 4 | Polo |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 601 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 51 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 110 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1132 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1682 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |
